GIA 2Ct Tanzania Unheated Ruby and type A Jadeite Jade Ring
Located in Singapore, SG
This exquisite ring is expertly crafted with the natural precious gemstones, featuring an untreated ruby from Tanzania and type A jadeite jade with Burmese Unheated ruby melee that c...
Diamond, Ruby, Jade, 18k Gold
Diamond Nose Pin 14K Solid Gold Diamond Floret Nose Pin Piercing Jewelry Unisex.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Nose Pin 14K Solid Gold Diamond Floret Nose Pin Piercing Jewelry Unisex. Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification BIS Hallmark, IGI Material 14k ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930 Finish Ring 0.5ctw 3 Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Platinum US7 / 1.4gr
Located in SE
Old Finish Ring with 3 old European cut Diamonds, band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$945Sale Price / item|44% Off
Tanzanite and Emeralds 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Tanzanite and emeralds 14k gold ring. Round tanzanite gold ring. Tanzanite gold ring. Metal: 14k solid gold. Weight: 1.8 (depends from size). Set with tanzanite, color - light blue...
Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
1948 Finish Ring Daimonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø6.75 US/ 1.7gr
Located in SE
Finish Ring with 7 Diamond stones set in White Gold or Silver clusters on top of solid 18K Yellow Gold band .
Diamond, 18k Gold
$189,720Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 5.27-carat emerald is offered as a center stone for a bespoke, made-to-order ring. Certified by GRS, this exceptional gemstone features an 'insignificant' treatment ra...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
$106,808Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 10 Carat Emerald Made-to-Order Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 9.71 carat emerald is a GRS-certified, no-oil gemstone available as a made-to-order ring. This loose center stone features a deep, intense green hue and a precision em...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
$192,000Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Certified 6 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 6.33-carat AGL-certified emerald ring is a bespoke, made-to-order creation designed to showcase an exceptional loose gemstone. The emerald boasts a magnificent saturat...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Vintage 8.30 Carat Diamonds Floral Full Jewelry Set
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 8.30 Carat Diamonds Floral Full Jewelry Set. The beautiful design of the floral across all pieces making them match a beautiful set. The diamonds total weight approx 8.30 car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$36,760Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.57 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting a GRS certified 5.57 carat emerald, this exquisite gemstone is the centerpiece for a custom made-to-order ring. This exceptional stone features an oval cut and possesses a...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
$32,832Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent 5.70-carat emerald, accompanied by GRS certification indicating minor treatment, serves as the breathtaking focal point for this bespoke made-to-order ring. Showcasi...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
$196,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 9 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover this exquisite 8.77-carat emerald, a centerpiece of unparalleled beauty available as a bespoke, made-to-order ring. This magnificent gem features an intense, vibrant green h...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2.10 Carat Sapphire and 2.42 Carat Diamond Palladium Jewellery Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.10 carat sapphire and 2.42 carat diamond, palladium jewellery set; part of our diverse antique sapphire jewellery collections. This stunnin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Palladium
Art-Deco Platinum Burmese Ruby, Sapphire Diamond Reversible Swivel Eternity Band
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This rarely seen reversible swivel eternity ring (or a convertible / rotating flip ring) dates back to an Art-Deco c1930’s era, yet it’s in remarkable original condition It fea...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Marquise Cut Tanzanite in 14k Solid Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Centering Five Marquis-Cut Tanzanites totaling 0.75 Carats and set in 14K Yellow Gold, this multi-colored ring is ideal for stacking with other gemstones, such as White Diamonds or E...
Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Era Pink Gold and Sterling Silver Rubies Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
This Victorian era inspired ring is made in 9Kt pink gold and surrounded by a sterling silver round frame diameter 13mm. It features 7 brilliant cut Rubies which gave a star pattern ...
Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver, 9k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Handmade Diamond Flower Nose Piercing Jewelry Expensive jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Yellow Gold Handmade Diamond Flower Nose Piercing Jewelry Expensive jewelry Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Metal Yellow Gold Diamond Weight 0.05 ctw Approx Number of Diamonds 7...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1933 Ring natural 1.75ct Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS5.5 / 2.3gr
Located in SE
Ring for every day of unisex type for any little finger, in solid 18K Yellow Gold, neoclassical or renaissance styled with a wider band and wired " solar " bezel edge decorated with ...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Diamond Minimalist Moon Piercing 14k Solid Gold Nose Ear Piercing Moon Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Minimalist Moon Piercing 14k Solid Gold Nose Ear Piercing Moon Jewelry. Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification 14K Hallmarked, IGI Gauge 18 g (1 mm) Diamond Weight 0.06 Cts Ap...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Genuine Diamond Flower Stud Piercing Jewelry gold stud Earring
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Yellow Gold Genuine Diamond Flower Stud Piercing Jewelry gold stud Earring Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Metal Yellow Gold Diamond Weight 0.07 ctw Approx Number of Diamonds 5 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Diamond star Nose Piercing 14k Gold Ear Nose star Body Piercing
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Diamond star Nose Piercing 14k Gold Ear Nose star Body Piercing Number of Diamonds 7 Shape Round Closure Screw On Item Length 6 mm Metal Yellow Gold Diamond Weight 0.10 cts ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
14K Solid Gold Genuine Diamond Flower Cartilage Stud Nose/Ear Pin Piercing pin
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Genuine Diamond Flower Cartilage Stud Nose/Ear Pin Piercing pin Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Metal Yellow Gold Number of Diamonds 5 Material Natural Diamond, 14k Y...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Gold Diamond Moon Stud Ear/Nose Piercing Jewelry Tiny Minimalist Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Moon Stud Ear/Nose Piercing Jewelry Tiny Minimalist Pin Number of Diamonds 7 Closure Screw On Metal Yellow Gold Item Length 7 mm Diamond Weight 0.16 ctw Appro...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Gold Diamond Flower Nose Piercing gold Jewelry Body Piercing nose/Ear
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Flower Nose Piercing gold Jewelry Body Piercing nose/Ear Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Metal Yellow Gold Number of Diamonds 6 Base Metal Yellow Gold Materia...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Gold Diamond Flower Stud Nose/Ear Threaded Pin Piercing Jewelry Studs
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Flower Stud Nose/Ear Threaded Pin Piercing Jewelry Studs Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Metal Yellow Gold Diamond Weight 0.05 ctw Approx Number of Diamonds 5...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring Cleopatra VII & Asp Intaglio Amethyst Paste solid 18K Gold Ø 6.5US 17.4gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring with Intaglio of Cleopatra VII with the Asp cast in purple Paste / Glass imitating an Amethyst setting. Detailed and realistic realistic 3d effect anatomy of female bod...
18k Gold
1948 Ring natural 1ct Aquamarine solid 18K Gold Ø7US / 3.1 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Ring for a female hand. Frame in solid 18K Orange ( band) Yellow (claws) Gold. Claw set natural light Blue Aquamarine with tint of Green measuring 7.25 mm x 6 mm x 3.5 mm ...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Bridal Engagement Silver Ring For Women Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
♥ Welcome to Blue Star Gems Our Joyful and Meaningful Jewelry At Blue Star Gems, we are passionate about providing joyful and statement jewelry for everyday wear. Our collection feat...
Tanzanite, Sterling Silver, Rhodium, Silver
Antique Ring 16ct natural Ruby solid 14K Gold Ø 5.5US / 8.1 gr
Located in SE
Antique cluster / cocktail Ring, German of Danish made with nine clusters boasting natural Ceylon Rubies cut cabochon.
Ruby, 14k Gold
Diamond Cluster 0.87ct Engagement Ring
By MOV Diamond Jewelry
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 0.35ct Natural Round Diamond • 0.52ct HRD CERTIFIED center stone ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond 7 Stone Cluster and Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Feminine and intricate, this sophisticated ring is the missing piece from your growing jewelry collection! This ring is crafted in genuine .925 sterling silver, a metal that will sta...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond 7 Stone Cluster and Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Feminine and intricate, this sophisticated ring is the missing piece from your growing jewelry collection! This ring is crafted in genuine .925 sterling silver, a metal that will sta...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond 7 Stone Cluster and Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Feminine and intricate, this sophisticated ring is the missing piece from your growing jewelry collection! This ring is crafted in genuine .925 sterling silver, a metal that will sta...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond 7 Stone Cluster and Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Feminine and intricate, this sophisticated ring is the missing piece from your growing jewelry collection! This ring is crafted in genuine .925 sterling silver, a metal that will sta...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
French 18K Gold 7 Carat Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Striking French vintage cluster ring crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and set with an impressive oval-cut ruby weighing approximately 7 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring Size 7-7.25 #25736
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring Size 7-7.25 This stunning ring features 63 round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Four-Stone Diamond Cross Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : Features a delicate diamond/quad-shaped center focal point composed of four accent stones framed by a crossover gold 'X' accent. Set with four round brilliant-cut white stone...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$840Sale Price|20% Off
10k White Gold 1.14 Carat Blue Diamond Cluster Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a beautiful ring with a great design. The stones are natural Blue Diamonds.
Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold .85ct Diamond Flower Cluster Engagement Ring, Size 7
Located in Stamford, CT
This charming engagement ring features a total of .85 carats of diamonds arranged in a delicate flower cluster design, set in warm 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century 4ct Diamond Ring Sz 7 Marquise Cluster & Baguette Platinum Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage mid century mixed cut diamond band crafted in 900 platinum (circa 1950s to 1960s). Marquise, round and baguette cut diamonds total an estimated 4 carats (estimated ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Natural 7 Carat Red Rubelite and Diamond Cocktail Cluster Ring Platinum
Located in Miami, FL
Super luxurious sparkling diamonds and rubellite gem absolutely stunning! Natural Center Cabochon Oval Cut Red Rubelite: 7.09ct Color: Red Clarity: Has Inclusions Total # Of S...
Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum
Ceylon Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1880, Nearly 7 Carats
Located in Northampton, MA
Late Victorian Ceylon Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1880 – Nearly 7 Carats This exceptional late Victorian cluster ring showcases the enduring elegance of 19th-cen...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
$4,552Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 1.16 carat 3 Cluster Red Rubies Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This stunning cluster baguette and diamond ring has a colour stone border to give it that extra sparkle in 18KTWhite Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Band - 18k Princess 2.00ctw Invisible Set Ring Sz 7
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 2.00ctw Cut: Princess Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: 2.00ctw Style: Cluster Ba...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Cocktail Band - 18k Square 1.80ctw Ring Sz 7
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.40ctw Cut: Square Color: Pinkish Red Natural Diamonds Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring 14k Square1.62ctw 7 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.26ctw Cut: Square Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .36ctw Cut: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Diamond Engagement Ring, Cluster Diamond Ring, Anniversary Ring
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Ideal for a refined engagement, a special anniversary, or an unforgettable luxury gift, this ring is an enduring symbol of timeless beauty. Key Features • Main Stone: Approx. 0.50ct...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1.09ct Natural Oval Emerald & Diamond Three Stone Cluster Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS: Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Emerald Gemstone Weight - 1.09 cts Gemstone Shape - Oval Gemstone Size - 7 x 5, 4 x 3 mm Diamond Weight - 0.21 cts Dia...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.25tcw Pear Emerald & Diamond Accent 7 Stone Promise engagement 14K Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Metal Purity: 14K Yellow Gold Setting Style: Prong Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Pear Cut Approx Weight: 1.0 Carats Clarity: Transparent Color: Green Luster: Very Good Saturation: Stro...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold & White Gold Multi-Diamond Cluster Estate Ring 0.75 CTW Size 7
Located in Dallas, TX
Item Details: Metal: Solid 18K Yellow & White Gold Metal Purity: 18K, 750 Main Stone: Natural Round Brilliant Diamonds Total Carat Weight: Approx. 0.75 CTW Size: US 7 Hallmarks: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1ct Diamond Square Cluster Ring 14k White Gold Sz 7 Engagement Jewelry Mixed Cut
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary diamond cluster ring (circa 2000s) crafted in 14 karat white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Wedding Band 14k Princess Baguette .28ctw Ring 7 1/2
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .28ctw Cut: Princess & Baguette Color: G - H Clarity: I1 - I2 Total Carats: .28ctw Style: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Two Tone, Free Form Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, Size 7, 2.0ctw
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat two-tone Blue Sapphire Diamond Rope Ring. The ring features an elevated gallery of multiple tiers with medium blue oval 4.5 x3.4mm sapphires and round diamonds. All stones a...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Stone Style Round Cut Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This striking diamond cluster ring is a bold and brilliant piece, crafted in gleaming 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.53Ct SI/H Diamond Cluster Three Stone Style Wedding Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
0.53Ct SI/H Diamond Cluster Three Stone Style Wedding Ring 18k White Gold features a central arrangement of baguette-cut diamonds encased in a halo of brilliant round diamonds and ba...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,172Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.64 Carat SI/H Diamond Cluster Three Stone Style 10 Karat White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
0.64 Carat SI/H Diamond Cluster Three Stone Style 10 Karat White Gold Ring features round and marquise cut diamond cluster making a three round shape charms set in three stone style ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold
Antique and Vintage 5.74 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive stunning 5.74 carat diamond and platinum cluster ring; an addition to our diverse range of cluster engagement rings.
Diamond, Platinum
14KT Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Rhombus Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Style Name : Contemporary Ring type : Cluster ring Total Weight : 1.59 Gram Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamond Stone : 2...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,632Sale Price / item|20% Off
Real 0.37ct SI/H Diamond Cluster Five Stone Style Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Real 0.37ct SI/H Diamond Cluster Five Stone Style Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold features round cut diamonds pave set in round shape making a round charm, five set on the band making ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Princess & Round Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Metal: 14K White Gold (Stamped 14K & 585) Gross Weight: 3.5 Grams Style: Diamond Cluster Ring Center Stones: Princess Cut Diamonds, G-H Color, VS Clarity Side Stones: Round Brill...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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